I once bought a used twin size innerspring mattress on Craigslist for $100 and used that to replace the flimsy mattress that was on a hospital bed. It was comfortable. I would throw myself onto the mattress (sitting down position) and I would sleep comfortably and very well each night. But after 8-9 years, I started having severe back problems. I then threw away the mattress and the hospital bed.
I then slept on the floor on a 3' x 6' yoga mat for a while. Then I bought a tall, metal, folding bed frame and I put the yoga mat on top of that. I thought the yoga mat was a good idea because it was near impossible to find any innerspring mattresses, and the ones that were in my price range looked like they would be terrible and bad for my back. I also did not have any confidence in hybrid mattresses and thought they would not offer enough support for my back. So even though the yoga mat was hard and uncomfortable, I thought that it was doable. I thought that I could also do some yoga mat exercises in bed. But I eventually gave up on the yoga mat exercises in bed and now I only do yoga mat exercises on a different yoga mat on the floor during the day.
Eventually, I did get a twin size hybrid mattress, but there were some problems with it. One, it felt too soft and was a bit uncomfortable. And the edges did not have any support, despite having firmer foam in that area, so anytime I sat on the edge, I would slide right off. Also the thick hybrid mattress, despite being the thinnest one available made my bed too high. So I sold the mattress a day later and went back to using the yoga mat on the bed frame.
But it oftentimes was a slow and painful process getting in and out of bed because of back and body aches. Lying on my side was painful on my left shoulder because I damaged my collarbone around 9 years ago. And sometimes, not often, my back would go out of alignment. So for a long time, I wondered what I should do. Should I get rid of the bed frame and get a shorter one and then get the twin size hybrid again? But I didn't want to do that. Should I get a down mattress topper? Should I get one of those mattress toppers that are mostly just cheap foam with only a one inch layer of memory foam on top? Or should I get a mattress topper that is 100% memory foam, like this one? Also, how thick should I get it? I never trusted memory foam. I felt like it would be a weird feeling having my body parts sink into the foam like that.
But I decided to give it a try and I ordered a 3" memory foam mattress topper for $70 and it's been worth it. The sinking feeling doesn't bother me at all. In fact, it is a good thing because it puts my body in a more natural position instead of putting pressure on a lot of body parts. It's 100% comfortable getting in and out of bed now. I can now lie on my left side without my shoulder hurting. I can now sleep on my back, side, or stomach comfortable. I sleep better. I haven't had any back problems, and my back is recovering from my previous misalignment fast. And I haven't had any problems with heat retention in the mattress topper and my apartment temperature is usually 82 F in the winter time. So overall, very happy. I am tempted to believe that this memory foam topper on wooden planks would be better than a hybrid mattress because hybrid mattresses consist of a lot of cheap layers of foam that wear out fast and are just unnecessary fluff, whereas the memory foam is all one really needs I think. Also, my hybrid mattress I bought weighed like 250 lbs (exaggerating), but the memory foam topper and the yoga mat I am using underneath it (instead of wood planks) is so light and easy to move. I like that. I hate lifting or dragging around really heavy mattresses when I have a bad back from a roofing accident that I was in. And now I don't need to buy a shorter bed frame as the mattress topper didn't add a lot of height.
UPDATE: It's been 10 days and I've been in pure heaven each and every day. I don't think I will ever have back problems again and even if I get back problems they will probably be solved as soon as I sleep on this memory foam mattress topper.
LINENSPA Memory Foam Mattress Topper - 2 Inch Gel Infused Memory Foam - Plush Feel - Cooling and Pressure Relieving - CertiPU
4.5 | 124,317 ratings
Price: 45.77
Last update: 09-10-2024
About this item
Memory Foam
PRESSURE RELIEVING MEMORY FOAM: Plush gel infused memory foam conforms to your curves for personalized comfort that hugs you to sleep; use it to rejuvenate an old mattress, soften a too-hard mattress, or prolong the life of your mattress
COOLING GEL INFUSIONS: This topper is infused with a cooling gel that helps capture and distribute heat to keep you cool and comfortable while you sleep
MULTIPLE PROFILE OPTIONS: Choose your own level of comfort with a plush 2-inch profile or an even plusher 3-inch profile, either way you get the same pressure relieving memory foam feel
EASY SETUP: Your gel infused memory foam mattress topper arrives compressed, all you have to do is open the package, unroll it, and watch it expand fully in 24-48 hours
QUALITY MATERIALS: Sleep soundly knowing your mattress topper is CertiPUR-US Certified, meaning we only use the highest quality materials to ensure longevity and safety; 3-year limited warranty
PRESSURE RELIEVING MEMORY FOAM: Plush gel infused memory foam conforms to your curves for personalized comfort that hugs you to sleep; use it to rejuvenate an old mattress, soften a too-hard mattress, or prolong the life of your mattress
COOLING GEL INFUSIONS: This topper is infused with a cooling gel that helps capture and distribute heat to keep you cool and comfortable while you sleep
MULTIPLE PROFILE OPTIONS: Choose your own level of comfort with a plush 2-inch profile or an even plusher 3-inch profile, either way you get the same pressure relieving memory foam feel
EASY SETUP: Your gel infused memory foam mattress topper arrives compressed, all you have to do is open the package, unroll it, and watch it expand fully in 24-48 hours
QUALITY MATERIALS: Sleep soundly knowing your mattress topper is CertiPUR-US Certified, meaning we only use the highest quality materials to ensure longevity and safety; 3-year limited warranty
Product information
| Brand | Linenspa |
|---|---|
| Color | Topper Only |
| Size | Full |
| Fabric Type | Memory Foam |
| Special Feature | Gel Memory Foam |
| Closure Type | Pull On |
| Product Care Instructions | Spot Clean Only |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Material | Polyurethane Memory Foam Gel Beads |
| Thread Count | 600 |
| Model Name | Linenspa 2 Inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper, Gel Infused Full Mattress Topper, CertiPUR-US Certified |
| Manufacturer | Linenspa |
| UPC | 848971051887 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00848971051887 |
| Product Dimensions | 74 x 52.5 x 2 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| ASIN | B01MRL0H2B |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | LS20FF30GT |
| Customer Reviews |
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars
121,387 ratings
4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #67 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #1 in Mattresses Toppers |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Refill | memory foam, gel |
| Tick-repellent material | 100% Polyurethane Memory Foam Gel Beads |
| Water resistant | not_water_resistant |
| Assembly required | No |
| Warranty Description | 3 year manufacturer warranty |
| Batteries required | No |
| Included Components | Mattress Topper |
Top reviews from the United States
shopathomeguy
So soft and comfortable with tons of support. Incredible and amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
Fadi Shamaan
5-Star Memory Foam Mattress Topper
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2023
Douglas Linton
Much better than I thought it would be.
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2024Kae Tran
This mattress topper has changed my life!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024